Vaccination and Anti-Vaccination Histories in Canada: Autonomy, Refusal and Social Movements

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Paula Larsson will explore the history of vaccination and anti-vaccination movements in Canada, examining how social movements, identity, autonomy, and collective action have shaped vaccine acceptance and refusal over time. Her session will connect these historical dynamics to midwifery practice, offering insight into how informed choice, relational care, and client autonomy intersect with longstanding narratives around vaccination.